General Information On Zantac Efferdose
Zantac Efferdose is indicated in the treatment of ulcers in the intestine and stomach caused due to excess acid in the stomach. It also helps in preventing stomach ulcers from returning after treatment. The drug is also used to treat other stomach and esophagus problems caused by too much acid in the stomach.
Ranitidine, the main active ingredient in the medication, is a h2 histamine blocker. It works by preventing the release of acid in the stomach.
Zantac Efferdose is available in the form of a tablet. The tablet is indicated to be dissolved in water before use. Each Zantac Efferdose tablet contains 25mg Ranitidine. The drug is also available without a prescription.
You may buy Zantac Efferdose online. However, you need to follow the instructions given on the medication package or consult a doctor to reduce the risks of side effects that may be caused by the medicine.
Side effects of Zantac Efferdose
Zantac Efferdose may cause mild to severe side effects in some people. It is not necessary that every person using this medication will experience some side effect. Many people using this medication do not complain about any side effects.
Less serious side effects associated with Zantac Efferdose are: constipation, headache, diarrhea, or dizziness. These side effects are temporary and wane as your body gets used to the medication. If any of these side effects stay for a long time or become troublesome, you should consult your doctor.
Severe side effects associated with Zantac Efferdose are: confusion, slow, fast or irregular heartbeat, sore throat, hallucinations, severe or persistent stomach pain or headache, yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine, fever, or unusual bleeding or bruising. Stop using the medication and consult your doctor if you notice or experience any severe side effects after using Zantac Efferdose.
Pregnant women, women planning to get pregnant, and nursing mothers should exercise caution regarding the use of the drug. They should buy Zantac Efferdose only if the benefits of the drug clearly outweigh the risks associated with it.
Dosage of Zantac Efferdose
Do not swallow or chew the tablet or let it dissolve on your tongue. You need to dissolve the Zantac Efferdose tablet in 5mL of water before consuming it. Consume the solution only after the tablet is dissolved completely. You may take the medication with or without food.
The Zantac Efferdose dosage depends on the medical condition being treated. The recommended adult dosage to treat active duodenal ulcers and benign gastric ulcer is 150mg Ranitidine twice daily.
Interactions
Zantac Efferdose may interact with other medicines you are using and cause side effects. Inform your doctor if you are taking medicines such as Azole antifungals, Procainamide, Warfarin, Propantheline, Glipizide, Triazolam, or Raltegravir. This is not a complete list of medicines that may interact with Zantac Efferdose.
To reduce the risk of drug interactions, inform the doctor about every prescription, over the counter, and herbal drugs you are using before you buy Zantac Efferdose.
